Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor - Wildcat Maritime Force
Location: RNAS Yeovilton
Salary: Competitive
About the Role:
Are you an experienced aircraft engineering professional with a strong background in rotary military aviation? Our client is seeking dedicated and skilled Supervisors to join their team supporting the Wildcat Maritime Force at RNAS Yeovilton. This is a key role within our client's Defence division, providing essential maintenance and operational support to 815 and 825 Naval Air Squadrons.
As a Supervisor, you will coordinate and oversee daily engineering activities, ensuring compliance with MOD, RN, and our client's standards. You'll play a vital part in maintaining aircraft airworthiness, mentoring technicians, and driving continuous improvement in a highly regulated environment.
The Ideal Candidate:
Experience:
- Minimum 6 years in an airworthiness environment.
- At least 6 months working on Wildcat/Lynx or rotary military aircraft within the last 24 months.
- Previous supervisory experience in aircraft engineering.
Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Excellent understanding of Wildcat aircraft systems and support equipment.
- Proficient in Health & Safety, COSHH, and quality assurance practices.
- Skilled in project planning, lean operations, and engineering asset management systems.
- Effective communicator with a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement.
Qualifications:
- Service Certificate of Competency (CoC) or ability to complete CoC Supervisory Management and Aircraft Documentation Course within 3 months.
- Completed or able to complete a Maintenance Human Factors Course.
- Thorough understanding of MAOS Military Regulations Part 145 and rotary wing military aviation procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and allocate daily workloads for engineering teams.
- Ensure all contracted tasks are completed in line with MOD/RN and Our client policies.
- Conduct inspections and provide second signature authorisation within trade group.
- Support training, mentoring, and development of team members.
- Monitor and report safety, quality, and compliance issues.
- Promote continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery.
- Maintain operational performance and regulatory compliance.
- Represent our client professionally in all internal and external interactions.
Apply Now.
Join a team that values professionalism, safety, and operational excellence. Submit your application today and contribute to our client's mission in supporting the Royal Navy's Wildcat Maritime Force.
